Rectus Sheath Hematoma: The Association between Anticoagulation Therapy and Spontaneous Bleeding

Abstract :

Rectus sheath hematoma is characterized by the presence of blood within the rectus abdominus muscle sheath. The
most common factors that precipitate the condition are direct trauma, strenuous straining (e.g coughing, exercise,
vomiting) and anticoagulants. Spontaneous bleeding, particularly Rectus Sheath Hematoma, is a side effect of
anticoagulation therapy. The condition should be considered as one of the differentials when evaluating patients on
anticoagulation therapy who present with acute abdomen.

Author Name : Tabeer Shaikh, Dr. Nabil Badro MD &Ahmed Al-Jehani

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.804930

Keywords: Rectus Sheath Hematoma, Therapy, Spontaneous Bleeding.